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RACIAL TYPES / NEW ZEALAND
A group of indigenous New Zealanders cooking and consuming their enemies Date: circa 1840
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Media ID 20145313
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1840 Cooking Enemies Zealand Zealanders Consuming Racial
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Experience the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand with our exquisite framed prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "RACIAL TYPES / NEW ZEALAND" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This historic photograph, dating back to circa 1840, offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing a group of Maori people preparing and feasting on their enemies. Each print is carefully framed in a sophisticated design, enhancing the intrigue and allure of this intriguing piece of history. Add this stunning framed print to your home or office to inspire conversation and education about the diverse and fascinating history of New Zealand.
Premium Paradise Wooden Range A2 Premium Poster Frame (62x45cm) with A3 Poster (42x30cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image, titled "Racial Types - New Zealand: A Group of Native New Zealanders Cooking and Consuming their Enemies," is a poignant and thought-provoking depiction of Maori culture during the early colonial period in New Zealand, circa 1840. The photograph, which is not to be confused with the eponymous print company, offers a glimpse into the complex and often turbulent relationship between Maori people and European settlers. The Maori people, the indigenous Polynesian inhabitants of New Zealand, are shown in the image gathered around a large fire, preparing and consuming the flesh of their enemies. This practice, known as umu-paku, was an integral part of Maori culture and was carried out in the context of inter-tribal warfare. The image underscores the importance of food and community in Maori society, as well as their fierce determination and resilience in the face of external threats. However, it is essential to note that this photograph, like many others from the colonial era, was produced with a European perspective in mind. European settlers often used such images to perpetuate stereotypes and reinforce their own dominance over indigenous peoples. As a result, it is crucial to approach this image with a critical and nuanced perspective, recognizing both the historical context in which it was produced and the complex realities of Maori life during this period. Despite the troubling implications of the image's title, it remains an essential historical record of Maori culture and the challenges it faced during the colonial era. Today, Maori people continue to celebrate their rich cultural heritage and strive for recognition and self-determination in New Zealand society.
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